Six reasons you have to check out the vibrant Liverpool Powerhouse

On the theme of Liverpool Powerhouses’ old-school appeal, Bellbird’s menu and decor are the stuff of long, comfy lunches, and dinners that are just the right amount of fancy. The space is surrounded by large, leafy trees, and houses a warm industrial interior. The seasonal menu rotates but is sure to feature a great-value $60 two-course menu, Saturday evening seven-course degustation, a boozy bottomless brunch and plenty of options to suit all tastes and dietaries. Think seasonal and premium local Australian produce like WA Albrohos Island scallops and Sydney Rock Oysters grown in Manbucca Heads. The wine list is also impressive, featuring a carefully curated selection of award-winning Australian and international wines at cheeky prices. 

A sneaky peak at the What’s On section on Liverpool Powerhouse’s website will show you just how many things there are to see, taste and do. If you prefer making art instead of scrutinising it, there are plenty of ways to get creative. Budding florists can try their hand at building a succulent and plant terrarium, hand-tied bouquet or silk flower arrangement. Or, if you’re looking for some new additions to the kitchen, take your turn at claymaking and bring home your own hand-crafted coffee mug or cheese board at the resin art workshop. You can also try a new skill like watercolour painting, making your own silver jewellery, and alcohol ink printing. 

Whether it’s after school or a holiday workshop, there are plenty of ways to stimulate your little creatives at Liverpool Powerhouse. They vary throughout the year, so head to the school holidays section of the What’s On tab to see what’s hot. There is a huge variety of options like painting and ceramics, clay for kids, introductions to drawing and mixed media, movie screenings or dance workshops. Planning a birthday? The Powerhouse can run arty parties, too.

Liverpool Powerhouse is home to five galleries that constantly rotate their exhibitions for plenty of fresh art, plus admission to the gallery is free. Under the Big Blue Sky is one of the current exhibitions in the centre, and it explores how the colour blue has been interpreted from 2500 BC Egypt through to today. The entire centre is showcasing this beautiful exhibition with dramatic installations showing now until July 22.  

Liverpool Powerhouse is also known to host a pretty epic show. The Sydney Comedy Festival Showcase Tour will be bringing the best of the 2025 lineup on July 5, boasting a collection of veteran favourites, some of the freshest emerging talents and a jam-packed night of pure entertainment. Anh Do will also be hosting his stage show at Liverpool Powerhouse, combining stand-up comedy with real life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell his amazing story. Keep an eye on the What’s On page – there’s always something to see.

One of the perks of having an arts centre surrounded by green grounds is that it makes the perfect venue for weekend markets. Get your culture and foodie fix all in one go on Saturday mornings with the Powerhouse Artisan and Growers Markets. From 8am to 1pm you can meander between fresh flowers, farm-fresh produce and plenty of beautiful handmade knick-knacks like ceramics, bracelets, lamps and candles. All that perusing got you feeling peckish? Hit up food vendors for great street eats, like souvlaki, pizza and gozleme.